Over 154,000 federal workers accept buyouts amid debate over legality
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The U.S. federal government is paying over 154,000 employees not to work through a buyout program aimed at reducing costs and streamlining operations, though critics argue it causes chaos and wastes taxpayer money, while proponents claim it offers long-term savings and a dignified exit for workers.
Topics:nation#cost-savings#deferred-resignation-program#federal-employees#federal-government#government#public-service
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